Bach C 239 vs. 229

tptpt · Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2004 4:17 pm Post subject:

I am thinking of getting a Bach C trumpet and am wondering about the difference between the 229 and 239 bells. I have read the Bach description, but I would like some real world feedback from those that have played both. I main;y do small chamber type stuff with strings, oboes, flutes, etc. as opposed to orchestra work. I presently have a Schilke CX with a berylium bell which is a bit too bright for this venue

Thanks

a-okay · Veteran Member Joined: 10 Aug 2003 Posts: 168

both will play well and in-tune - the 239 will have a slightly more 'compact" sound that will fit well with a chamber or smaller orchestra. While the 229 is broader and some like the sound for large ensemble work

E.D.Lewis · Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2004 4:26 pm Post subject:

This has previously been discussed at length in this forum. Use the search function and you'll surely find what you need.

tptpt · Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2004 5:11 pm Post subject:

E.D. Lewis wrote " This has previously been discussed at length in this forum. Use the search function and you'll surely find what you need."

I did a search but was not satisfied with the info. There seems to be a dichotomy of opinion on these bells so perhaps a reopening of the discussion is in order.

Thanks

oneeyedhobbit · Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2004 9:25 pm Post subject:

Uggh, I hate that "we talked about it, do a search" attitude. The forum would die if all we did was search, and occasionally post new things-there isn't that much to discuss!!! Some of you people who have been around since the birth of this forum need to relax on that attitude a bit. I can see on things that have just a ton of info out (for example, the Zeus) but something more obscure? Let people give advice-just don't chime in if you don't want to repeat yourself.

david johnson · Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2004 11:47 pm Post subject:

i used a 239 for 20 years and through one overhaul. they're great.

dj

_dcstep · Posted: Fri Jan 30, 2004 5:27 am Post subject:

Play both, buy the one you like. Neither is "better".

At the DFW Trumpetfest in November, it was a close race, but the listener preference (all trumpet players) from the back of a large sactuary was; 1st Sterling 229, 2d 239 and 3d brass 229.

Please note, the race was very close, like one first place vote per ranking difference. So, buy the one you like the most personally.

Dave
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